Monthly Archives: April 2012

The skin is the largest organ in the human body, and because it’s outside bumping up against the environment all kinds of rashes can develop*. The causes of rash are many: infectious, allergic, and inflammatory to name a few. Sometimes they’re … Continue reading →

Baby food, baby water, baby sunscreen, baby wash, baby toothpaste. Some products sold for babies have specific features; some are just hype. Baby food can be made at home. Commercial baby food can be convenient those first weeks when … Continue reading →

I highly recommend this multimedia presentation about head lice, also known as pediculosis capitis if you want to go all Latin. The medical information is spot-on, and the 50’s B movie parody helps lighten the usual horror movie reaction to these pests. … Continue reading →

Here’s a quick recap of current sun safety recommendations: Babies under 6 months: seek the shade of trees, an umbrella or the stroller canopy. Use sunscreen on small areas that can’t be covered. Over six months? Australia’s Slip! Slop! Slap! … Continue reading →

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